Sr Manager, Coman Quality & Food Safety (Dairy, Yogurt, Shakes and Happy Family)

About The Job This position works within Danone’s Quality & Food Safety Department and cross functionally within NORAM Operations. The primary responsibilities are to ensure the quality and food safety of products produced at third‑party supplier locations in North America. Job Purpose Summary To ensure that all assigned 3PM locations produce safe products of the highest and most consistent quality by assuring compliance with Danone standards and operating protocols. This role also drives ongoing performance improvement efforts, compliance to standards and adherence to specifications. Essential Responsibilities Qualification of new 3PM manufacturing sites, processes, and new raw and pack materials. Activities associated with the innovation & renovation process such as technical risk assessments, specification reviews and approvals, documentation reviews, food safety validations and approvals, design assessments, trial support, etc. Mitigation of risk through application of scientific principles, technical experience and employment of quality and food safety standards. Collaboration with internal functions including cycles & procurement, research & innovation, environmental health and safety, sustainability, regulatory, food safety, project management, operations and commercialization & industrialization to deliver products to the market that meet Danone’s standards. Design and installation of appropriate controls, sample plans, hold/release system modifications, code rotation, batching and processing controls, and other production systems that will drive a reduction in variability and improvement in product consistency. 3PM audit management planning, auditing, report writing, action‑plan follow‑up and continuous improvement activities as needed. Plant operations support related to supply quality. Problem solving, resolution of supplier issues and claims, follow‑up on issues to ensure appropriate corrective actions are complete. Reporting and scorecard management. Utilizing Six Sigma, Lean, and/or other continuous improvement concepts to improve quality, efficiency, and waste. Staying current with regulatory and certifying agency guidelines and relevant Danone standards. All other duties as assigned. Travel Estimated at 30%–50%. Salary & Benefits Salary range: $111,000–160,000 USD, plus performance‑based bonus. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, 401(k) plan, wellness program, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, flexible time off, paid parental bonding leave, and other options. Hybrid work environment. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in science, food science/technology or similar major. 7+ years of combined experience with ingredients, food packaging, quality and manufacturing processes. Advanced understanding of quality & food safety systems and current food regulations. Solid understanding of plant production systems, manufacturing equipment, GMP, SPC, sanitation and EHS. Experience with auditing suppliers and a demonstrated ability to drive corrective actions and continuous improvement. Experience in problem solving and driving conflict resolution, including financial claims resolution. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Must be collaborative and have leadership ability. Ability to work under deadlines, with multiple priorities. Must be adaptable and flexible. Self‑driven, results oriented, detail oriented and able to work independently. Ability to work with confidential materials. Excellent communication / presentation skills. Excellent record keeping / documentation skills. Able to quickly learn new systems, tools, and programs. Nonessential Qualifications Previous experience in food or food packaging research and innovation. Prior or present responsibility as QA manager/engineer for a food manufacturing facility. Working knowledge of SAP and/or similar ERP databases. Technical knowledge of baby foods and formulas will be a great asset. Benefits Physical wellbeing: majority of medical benefits paid (80%/20% cost‑sharing). Mental wellbeing: fitness discounts, unlimited flexible time off, hybrid work schedules, mental health & substance abuse support programs. Financial support: performance‑based bonus, 401(k) plan, tuition reimbursement, employee discount programs, voluntary perks. Family care: caretaker benefits, 18 weeks of parental bonding, fertility, surrogacy, adoption benefits and pet insurance. Equal Opportunity Employer Danone North America is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy to give equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to legally protected characteristics, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state/provincial and/or local law. For our EEO policy statement and your EEO rights under law click here. #J-18808-Ljbffr Danone